July 23rd, 2025: CID Capital is pleased to announce that Georgia Metals, a leading value-added distributor of metal roofing and paneling products, has acquired 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply ("1st Coast"). The acquisition continues Georgia Metals' Southeastern expansion and marks the sixth acquisition supporting CID's active investment thesis.
1st Coast continues the expansion of the Georgia Metals platform into the state of Florida through its location in East Palatka, FL. Following previous acquisitions—including Watson Metals, Mansea Metal, Upstate Metals, and Neil Strickland Roofing/Deep South Metals—Georgia Metals has expanded further with the acquisition of 1st Coast, bringing the platform to 14 locations across 7 states.
"We're thrilled to welcome 1st Coast to the Georgia Metals family. The 1st Coast team is a leader in providing excellent customer service and operates in a region where Georgia Metals continues to prioritize, representing an excellent fit for the platform," said current CEO John Sewall.
About Georgia Metals
Headquartered in Danielsville, GA, Georgia Metals is a leading value-added distributor of high-quality metal panels used in roofing and other metal building applications. The company also has locations in Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, and South Carolina.
About 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in East Palatka, FL, 1st Coast is a single location, value-added distributor of metal roofing panels and accessories.
About CID Capital
CID Capital is a long-standing private equity group that makes control investments in high-quality, lower middle-market companies that have shown a track record of success. For companies that have reached a performance level that finds them transitioning beyond being an entrepreneurial business, CID delivers the planning, resources, and capital to overcome critical constraints and build long-term value.
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